Appleyard is in Peterborough and in City Of Peterborough district. PE2 8JJ is located in the Fletton and Stanground electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Appleyard, Peterborough, PE2 8JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE2 8JH, PE2 8HR, PE2 8HU, PE2 8HG, PE2 8HS, PE2 8HW, PE2 8HT, PE2 8JG, PE2 8JF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE2 8JJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 51.7% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 52.1% | 48.3% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PE2 8JJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.1% | 46.7% | 3.6% | 37.9% | 8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.7% | 31.4% | -0.3% | 44.2% | -12.8% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 16.8% | 13.6% | -3.2% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 6% | 3% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.3% | 38.6% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 36.2% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 19.5% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 5.7% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around PE2 8JJ this area, 33.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 13.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.3% | 33.3% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 15.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 26.3% | 15.8% | -10.5% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 15.2% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 5.3% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 17% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 9% | 13.5% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -20.3% |
| Other | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 93.6% | 93.8% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 86.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 86.6% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| European Union | 7.4% | 10.5% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 2.4% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.2% | 86.6% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 6.7% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.3% | 1.9% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.5% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.9% | 76.7% | -17.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 4.3% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3.3% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 30.1% | 13.5% | 16.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 37.7% | 46.2% | -8.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Appleyard was 212.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.8% higher than the Fletton and Stanground average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Appleyard has the 7th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Fletton and Stanground and the 95th highest crime rate of 627 local areas in Peterborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 121.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Appleyard, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2023-08-04 | £84,029 |
| 49 Appleyard, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2022-12-21 | £111,224 |
| 54 Appleyard, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2021-07-09 | £88,089 |
| 57 Appleyard, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2018-09-07 | £104,891 |
| 67 Appleyard, Peterborough, City Of Peterborough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2017-01-20 | £103,154 |
PE2 8JJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Other | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanground St Johns CofE Controlled Primary School Chapel Street , Stanground PE2 8JG | - not rated | 189 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanground St Johns CofE Primary School Chapel Street , Stanground PE2 8JG | 3out of 4 | 189 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southfields Primary School Southfields Estate , Stanground PE2 8PU | - not rated | 1,225 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southfields Infant School Southfields Estate , Stanground PE2 8PU | - not rated | 1,225 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Creighton Academy Vineyard Road , PE1 5DB | 3out of 4 | 1,519 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanground College Peterborough Road , PE7 3BY | - not rated | 1,492 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanground Academy Peterborough Road , PE7 3BY | 3out of 4 | 1,492 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Park Lane , PE1 5JN | 3out of 4 | 2,492 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Park Lane , PE1 5JN | - not rated | 2,492 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School (the Cathedral School) Park Road , PE1 2UE | - not rated | 2,642 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inspire Education Group Park Crescent , PE1 4DZ | - not rated | 3,076 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The King's (The Cathedral) School Park Road , PE1 2UE | 4out of 4 | 2,642 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Deacon Academy Queen's Gardens , PE1 2UW | - not rated | 3,268 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton College Eagle Way , Hampton Vale PE7 8BF | - not rated | 4,259 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton College Eagle Way , Hampton Vale PE7 8BF | 3out of 4 | 4,259 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clare Lodge Care of: Peterborough City Council , Town Hall PE1 1HF | - not rated | 1,671 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Causeway School Park Lane , Eastfield PE1 5GZ | - not rated | 2,279 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nene Gate Park Lane , PE1 5GZ | - not rated | 2,279 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NeneGate Park Lane , PE1 5GZ | 3out of 4 | 2,279 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beeches Independent School 45 Thorpe Road , PE3 6AN | - not rated | 2,487 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub at Tenter Hill | The Farmhouse, The Thistle Drive Centre, Wessex Close | 514 yd | |
| Re:leaf Community Cafe | The George Alcock Centre, Whittlesey Road | 906 yd | |
| Bewiched Coffee | Sand Martin House, Unit 1 | 939 yd | |
| Nina Newsagents | 6 The Parade, Lawson Avenue | 956 yd | |
| Curly's Cafe | 4 The Parade, Lawson Avenue | 956 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woolpack | 29 North Street | 107 yd | |
| The Wonky Donkey Micro Pub | 102c High Street | 950 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linfords Fish & Chips | 4 Church Street | 298 yd | |
| Star Tandoori | 78 South Street | 421 yd | |
| UK Pizza & Kebab | 7 Ayres Drive | 638 yd | |
| Top Chef | 42 High Street | 670 yd | |
| Jinja Express | 52 High Street | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Whittlesey Road | 798 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fletton Glebe Whittlesey Road | grass pitches | 621 yd |
| Stanground Playing Field KENDRICK CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,007 yd |
| Peterborough Rufc SECOND DROVE | grass pitches | 1,083 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 25.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.